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Naresh Tomar

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17 Jun 2026

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Dean Street Works is a modern student accommodation in Bristol operated by Prestige Student Living, located at 13-19 Dean Street, St. Paul’s, Bristol BS2 8SF, just 200 meters from Cabot Circus shopping and leisure center. It offers both en-suite rooms in shared flats and fully self-contained studios, giving students a choice between sociable and independent living. The property is a short walk to BIMM Bristol (around 6-8 minutes), with the University of Bristol and University of Law Bristol both within a roughly 25-minute walk and a metrobus link to UWE. Prices start from around £239 per week, all bills included.

The standout is value-for-amenity: Dean Street Works is consistently priced below the Bristol average while offering a strong amenity stack including a cinema room, games room, and landscaped courtyard. This guide covers the rooms, the location, the value positioning, and who it suits.

Dean Street Works at a glance

FeatureDetail
OperatorPrestige Student Living
Address13-19 Dean Street, St Paul’s, Bristol BS2 8SF
Room typesEn-suite rooms (13 sqm) in shared flats and self-contained studios (15-16 sqm)
Price fromAround £239 per week, all-inclusive
Distance to BIMM BristolAbout 6-8 minute walk
Distance to University of BristolAbout 22-25 minute walk
Distance to University of Law BristolUnder 25-minute walk
Distance to UWE BristolAbout 20-minute metrobus ride
Distance to Cabot Circus200 metres
AmenitiesCinema room, games room, communal lounge, study area, landscaped courtyard, laundry, lifts
Wi-FiUp to 200Mbps
BillsAll-inclusive, contents insurance included

The value positioning

A genuine differentiator for Dean Street Works: aggregator data has consistently shown it priced well below the Bristol average, with one source noting it around 35% below the city average. From around £239 per week, it offers a lower entry point than most central Bristol PBSA while still including a full amenity stack. For budget-conscious students who do not want to sacrifice amenities or sign up for a basic no-frills building, this combination is the property’s core appeal.

The value is not at the expense of facilities. Dean Street Works includes a cinema room, games room, communal lounge with designated study area, a landscaped courtyard, laundry, fast Wi-Fi up to 200Mbps, and lifts (genuinely useful for moving in and carrying shopping). The trade-off is location: it is further from the University of Bristol main precinct than the central towers, which is exactly why the price is lower.

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Rooms at Dean Street Works

Two main formats:

En-suite rooms are around 13 sqm, with a small double bed, wardrobe, study space, private en-suite bathroom, and access to a shared living room and kitchen with flatmates. The sociable, more affordable route.

Self-contained studios are around 15-16 sqm, with a small double bed, wardrobe, study space, en-suite bathroom, a private dining space or breakfast bar, and a fully fitted kitchenette. The independent option.

All rooms are fully furnished with all utility bills and contents insurance included. The lockable bedrooms, on-site maintenance team, CCTV, and on-site security cover the practical and safety basics.

The location: St Paul’s and Cabot Circus

The Dean Street address (BS2 8SF) places the property in St. Paul’s, on the north-eastern edge of the city center, with its defining feature being proximity to Cabot Circus:

  1. Cabot Circus shopping and leisure centre is just 200 metres away, with restaurants, shops and a cinema
  2. BIMM Bristol is about a 6-8 minute walk, good for music students
  3. University of Bristol is roughly a 22-25 minute walk
  4. University of Law Bristol is under a 25-minute walk
  5. UWE Bristol is about a 20-minute metrobus ride
  6. Bristol Temple Meads station is about a 23-minute walk
  7. Lawrence Hill station and bus links are nearby

The location suits students who value being next to Cabot Circus and the city’s shopping and leisure and who are happy with a slightly longer walk or quick bus to campus in exchange for the lower rent.

Who Dean Street Works suits:

Strong fit: budget-conscious students who still want a full amenity stack; BIMM Bristol music students (6-8 minute walk); students who value being 200 meters from Cabot Circus; those happy to trade a longer campus walk for lower rent; students wanting a choice of en-suite or studio.

Weaker fit: students who need to be a short walk from the University of Bristol main precinct; those who want a premium central-tower address; students who prioritize being closest to campus over price.

How to book Dean Street Works

  • Browse en-suite and studio options via Prestige Student Living or verified aggregators
  • Confirm current pricing and any cashback offers for your room and tenancy
  • Arrange your guarantor or payment plan
  • Note the cooling-off cancellation period (often around 7 days; confirm specifics)
  • Submit your council tax exemption certificate once enrolled

FAQs

What is Dean Street Works Bristol?
Dean Street Works is a modern student accommodation in Bristol by Prestige Student Living at 13-19 Dean Street, St. Paul’s BS2 8SF, just 200 meters from Cabot Circus. It offers en-suite rooms and self-contained studios from around £239 per week, all bills included.

How much is Dean Street Works?
Rooms start from around £239 per week, all-inclusive of bills, with studios ranging higher. Aggregator data has noted it priced well below the Bristol average. Prices are time-sensitive; confirm current rates at booking.

Which universities is Dean Street Works near?
BIMM Bristol is about a 6-8 minute walk; the University of Bristol, roughly 22-25 minutes; the University of Law Bristol, under 25 minutes; and UWE Bristol, about a 20-minute metrobus ride.

What room types does Dean Street Works offer?
En-suite rooms of around 13 sqm in shared flats and self-contained studios of around 15-16 sqm with private kitchenettes. All rooms are fully furnished with all bills and contents insurance included.

What amenities does Dean Street Works have?
A cinema room, games room, communal lounge with study area, a landscaped courtyard, on-site laundry, lifts, and fast Wi-Fi up to 200 Mbps. CCTV and on-site security and maintenance are also provided.

Is Dean Street Works good value?
Yes. Dean Street Works is consistently priced below the Bristol average while still including a full amenity stack, making it one of the better value student accommodation options in Bristol for students happy with a slightly longer commute.

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